IDFC and IDFC First Bank Merger Effective October 1: What Will Happen To Your Shareholding?

IDFC Limited has announced plans to merge its subsidiaries, effective October 1, 2024. The move aims to streamline operations and reduce regulatory burdens.

The Board of Directors has approved the amalgamation of IDFC Financial Holding Company Limited (IDFC FHCL) with IDFC Limited, followed by the merger of IDFC Limited with IDFC FIRST Bank Limited. This decision comes after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) sanctioned the amalgamation scheme on September 25, 2024.

Key Details of the Merger

• Timeline:

• • • IDFC FHCL into IDFC Limited: September 30, 2024.
    • IDFC Limited into IDFC FIRST Bank: October 1, 2024.
  • Record Date: October 10, 2024, for determining IDFC shareholders eligible for IDFC FIRST Bank shares.
  • Share Exchange Ratio: IDFC shareholders will receive 155 IDFC FIRST Bank shares for every 100 IDFC shares.

• Post-Amalgamation Changes:

• • IDFC FHCL and IDFC Limited will be dissolved.
  • IDFC FIRST Bank will have only public shareholders.
  • No changes in IDFC FIRST Bank’s Directors or management.

Regulatory Approvals and Impact

The merger has received necessary approvals from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Competition Commission of India (CCI), and the majority shareholders of IDFC FIRST Bank. Following the merger, the bank’s book value per share is expected to increase by 4.9%.

Benefits of the Merger

• Simplified Corporate Structure: Consolidates three entities into one.
• Reduced Regulatory Compliance: Streamlines regulatory requirements.
• Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Improves overall efficiency and effectiveness.

By merging its subsidiaries, IDFC aims to create a more unified and streamlined entity, positioning itself for future growth and success in the Indian financial market.

About IDFC Ltd

Incorporated in 1997, IDFC Limited is a Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC), which holds investments in IDFC FIRST Bank and IDFC AMC. The NBFC held 39.98% in IDFC FIRST Bank and 99.96% in IDFC AMC.

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